Arlington Heights · Cook County · IL
Homes for sale in
Scarsdale.
- Active listings
- 2
- Median list
- $1.16M
- Avg time on market
- 22 days
- Sold · last year
- 20
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About the community
A historic, walkable neighborhood southeast of downtown Arlington Heights.
Scarsdale is an established, close-in neighborhood just southeast of downtown Arlington Heights and east of Arlington Heights Road, known for meandering tree-lined streets, mature landscaping, vintage street lamps, and a deliberate lack of sidewalks that give it an older-suburb feel. Its defining trait is architectural variety: Georgians, Colonials, Tudors, and ranches, most built in the 1940s and early 1950s with a few 1920s homes and newer custom rebuilds, so no two houses are quite alike. The signature draw is location, within walking distance of downtown and the Metra Union Pacific Northwest station.
At a glance
Vintage, varied homes
Georgians, Colonials, Tudors, and ranches, most from the 1940s and early 1950s, with some 1920s homes and custom teardown rebuilds.
Walk to Metra
Within walking distance of the Arlington Heights UP-NW station, about 23 rail miles from Ogilvie in downtown Chicago.
Walk to downtown
Restaurants, live theater, outdoor concerts, boutiques, and the Arlington Heights Memorial Library are a short stroll away.
Tree-lined character
Winding interior streets, mature tree canopy, vintage street lamps, and a deliberate absence of sidewalks.
District 25 + 214
Served by Arlington Heights Elementary District 25 and Township High School District 214. Confirm the assigned schools by address.
Voluntary association
No mandatory HOA. A voluntary neighborhood group runs egg hunts, a moms' group, and a welcome committee.
Hospital nearby
Northwest Community Hospital (Endeavor Health) on West Central Road is a short drive away.
What’s close
Scarsdale sits southeast of downtown Arlington Heights, close to the Metra station, I-90, and O'Hare.
- Train
- Walking distance to the Metra UP-NW Arlington Heights station, about 23 rail miles from Ogilvie Transportation Center.
- Schools
- Arlington Heights Elementary District 25 and Township High School District 214. Confirm the assigned elementary, middle, and high school by address.
- Highway
- Close to I-90 (Jane Addams Tollway), with Route 53 and I-290 providing north-south expressway access.
- Airport
- O'Hare International Airport is roughly a 15 to 20 minute drive.
- Shopping
- Downtown Arlington Heights dining and boutiques, plus broader northwest-suburb retail corridors.
- Hospital
- Northwest Community Hospital (Endeavor Health) at 800 West Central Road, a short drive away.
What it’s actually like to live here
Scarsdale reads as one of Arlington Heights' most distinctive neighborhoods because it grew in over decades rather than arriving all at once. The winding streets, mature tree canopy, period street lamps, and deliberate absence of sidewalks create an atmosphere closer to an older, established town than a postwar tract. Because most homes date from the 1920s through the early 1950s and no two are quite alike, the streetscape rewards walking, and residents describe a genuine sense of community reinforced by a voluntary association that runs egg hunts, a moms' group, and a welcome committee.
The location is a major part of the draw. Being able to walk to downtown Arlington Heights and to the Metra UP-NW station makes this a strong fit for rail commuters and for anyone who wants restaurants, theater, concerts, and the library within strolling distance. Parks, pools, and the deep Arlington Heights Park District programming are close, and O'Hare and I-90 are quick to reach for drivers and travelers, so daily life here can lean car-light in a way that is unusual for the northwest suburbs.
The honest tradeoffs are real. These are older homes, so many carry period constraints such as one-car garages and smaller original footprints, and the maintenance realities of houses built decades ago mean inspection and renovation budgets matter. The lack of sidewalks that gives the neighborhood its charm is a genuine consideration for families with young children, prices sit in the upper tier for the area, and Cook County's effective property tax rate is high, so carrying costs deserve careful math. School assignment should be confirmed by address, since nearby homes can fall into different elementary schools or even a different high school.
The questions buyers actually ask
Scarsdale FAQ
The questions I get most from buyers shopping Scarsdale. If yours isn't here, text 224-385-8779, same-day reply.
- What does the HOA actually cover?
- Scarsdale has no mandatory homeowners association and no required dues. Local reporting describes a voluntary neighborhood association that runs social traditions such as an Easter egg hunt, a moms' group, and a welcome committee for new residents, with participation entirely optional. Confirm there are no property-specific assessments on a given home before closing.
- What are property taxes like?
- Roughly $11,000 – $19,000 per year, depending on home size and value. Cook County assessor records are the source of truth. Happy to pull a specific bill on any home you're considering.
- What's the typical closing timeline?
- 30 to 60 days from accepted offer to keys. Cash deals can close in two weeks. Conventional financing is usually closer to 60.
- What kind of homes are in Scarsdale?
- A varied mix of Georgians, Colonials, Tudors, and ranches, most built in the 1940s and early 1950s, with a few 1920s homes and some newer custom rebuilds on teardown lots. Architecturally, no two homes are alike, and many original homes have one-car garages.
- Is there an HOA and are there dues?
- There is no mandatory HOA with required assessments. Scarsdale has a voluntary neighborhood association that organizes social events such as an Easter egg hunt and a moms' group and welcomes new residents. Always confirm there are no property-specific assessments before closing.
- What schools serve Scarsdale?
- The neighborhood is served by Arlington Heights Elementary District 25 and Township High School District 214. Local reporting has assigned parts of Scarsdale to Dryden Elementary and South Middle School feeding Prospect High School, but boundaries can vary block to block, so confirm the exact schools for a specific address with both districts.
- How is the commute downtown?
- Scarsdale is within walking distance of the Metra UP-NW Arlington Heights station, about 23 rail miles from Ogilvie Transportation Center, and is close to I-90, with O'Hare roughly 15 to 20 minutes by car.
- What do homes cost and how is the market right now?
- Pricing sits in the upper tier for the northwest suburbs, and well-located Scarsdale homes tend to draw strong interest. For current prices and market activity, see the live Market snapshot on this page rather than any static figure.
- What are the main tradeoffs to know before buying here?
- The homes are older, so expect period features like one-car garages and budget for updates. Interior streets have no sidewalks, prices run upper-tier, and Cook County's effective property tax rate is high. Verify school assignment by address.
- Who is the real estate agent for Scarsdale?
- Joe Keegan is the local licensed Illinois real estate broker who covers Scarsdale in Arlington Heights, IL through Subdiview, a neighborhood-first home search for the Chicago suburbs and collar counties. Joe prices and negotiates from the live MRED sold comps for Scarsdale specifically, not national averages, and can help you buy or sell here. Reach Joe at 224-385-8779 or joe@joekeeganhomes.com.
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Joe knows Scarsdale
Most agents will list anything. I focus on the places I actually know, and the things that move value here don't show up in the MLS write-up: which streets and buildings hold demand, what the HOA or assessments really cover, how the comps read once you account for condition and location, and where buyers consistently want to be.
When you're ready to tour or list, you want someone who has read the last 50 closed comps in this specific market, not a national average, and can tell you what they actually mean for your price. That's how I work. Text or call any time, and I'll give you a real take, not a brochure.
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Market snapshot
Scarsdale, by the numbers
Live MRED data, refreshed daily. The numbers below tell you what this market is doing today, not what Zillow's algorithm thinks it might be doing six weeks from now.
Typical list price
$1,162,450
Typical sale price · last 90 days
$632,500
Homes for sale right now
2
Avg time on market
22 days
Sold in the last year
20
This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC for the period August 10, 2025 through August 10, 2026. Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC does not guarantee nor is it in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.
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Schools serving Scarsdale
Where Scarsdale homes go to school
Homes in Scarsdale are most often zoned to Prospect HS. Open a school to see its area, the district, and every home for sale that feeds it.
School assignment is derived from the school the MRED listing agent entered and is not a guarantee. Always verify current attendance boundaries with the district before writing an offer.
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